1. marks or scratches made by scraping or rubbing

1. to scrape or rub something in a way that damages or marks the surface
2. to walk without lifting one’s feet properly

Examples

• There are scuffs on the hardwood floor from moving furniture.
• Her new shoes already have scuffs on the toes.
• He scuffs his shoes when he walks carelessly.
• The child scuffs along the sidewalk, dragging his feet.
• Try not to scuff the walls when you carry that box upstairs.
• The basketball court has scuff marks from all the games.
• She scuffs her feet impatiently while waiting in line.